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Rajasthan’s Om-shaped temple offers a budget pilgrimage near Jadan
The Om Aakar Temple in Jadan village, Pali district, is described by ABP Live as the world’s first temple built in the shape of the sacred syllable Om. The complex covers nearly…
The Story in Brief
The Om Aakar Temple in Jadan village, Pali district, is described by ABP Live as the world’s first temple built in the shape of the sacred syllable Om. The complex covers nearly 250 acres and follows Nagara architecture. Reports cited by the outlet describe a 135-foot structure with about 2,000 pillars, 1,008 Shiva idols and representations of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
The temple is around 71 km from Jodhpur Airport and can also be reached via Marwar Junction. ABP Live estimates a short visit at Rs3,000 to Rs6,000 per person for local travel, basic accommodation and meals, excluding travel to Rajasthan. A more comfortable trip may cost Rs7,000 to Rs12,000 or more. Reported visiting hours are 6 am to noon and 2 pm to 8 pm, but travellers should confirm locally.
The Indian Opinion
Travel coverage can turn a large religious complex into an instant must-visit attraction, while sceptics may dismiss it as just another photo stop. Both views miss the practical point. The temple’s scale and unusual design may interest pilgrims and architecture enthusiasts, but the budget figures are estimates, not fixed package prices. Visitors should verify transport, accommodation and opening hours before leaving. The useful test is simple: do the reported facilities and timings hold up on arrival?
Source: news.abplive.com
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